Is there anything herbal or natural I can buy at the store that can help with hair retention and or growth?

Answer 1

There is and Rogaine is far from the only product you can use.

The best by far is Provillus. 100% totally natural. It does take a few months to kick in, but is totally free from side effects.

From memory there is a female version and a male version (although I may be wrong on that) you can find out more here:

http://www.hairloss-treatments.net

Check the menu bar for the Provillus link.

Answer 2

Stress, a poor diet, and hormonal changes (such as those accompanying pregnancy) can all contribute to hair loss.Some hair conditions may also be the result of nutritional deficiencies, environmental circumstances, an underactive thyroid gland, immune disorders, or genetic factors.

The recommended supplements, which can be taken together, may help your hair grow stronger and healthier by nourishing it at the roots. Though there's no miracle remedy that can guarantee a luxurious head of hair, you may notice improvement within six months, when new hair has had time to grow in.

Eat sensibly. Avoid fad diets that may deprive you of essential nutrients.
Wash your hair with a mild shampoo. Afterward, gently towel it dry and apply a conditioner. Avoid harsh chemicals, such as the chlorine in pools, and high heat from blow dryers or curling irons.
Protect your hair and scalp from the sun by wearing a hat.
Perform a weekly scalp massage. Not only does it stimulate blood flow, but it also helps relieve stress, which can contribute to hair loss.
Take acidophilus (one or two pills twice a day) to improve GI function and boost your body's ability to absorb important hair-nourishing substances from the foods you eat. Thinning hair may be a sign that your gastrointestinal (GI) tract is not absorbing zinc and other nutrients properly.

Quit smoking. Scientists in England recently reported that, age notwithstanding, smokers were four times more likely to have gray hair than nonsmokers. The researchers also reported a link between smoking and hair loss.

Supplement Recommendations -

Flaxseed Oil
Dosage: 1 tbsp. (14 grams) a day.
Comments: Can be mixed with food; take in the morning.

Evening Primrose Oil
Dosage: 1,000 mg 3 times a day.
Comments: Can substitute 1,000 mg borage oil once a day.

Zinc/Copper
Dosage: 30 mg zinc and 2 mg copper a day.
Comments: Add copper only when using zinc longer than 1 month.

Biotin
Dosage: 1,000 mcg a day.
Comments: Can combat excessive oiliness and flaking; take with vitamin B complex.

Vitamin B Complex
Dosage: 1 pill twice a day with food.
Comments: Look for a B-50 complex with 50 mcg vitamin B12 and biotin; 400 mcg folic acid; and 50 mg all other B vitamins.

PABA
Dosage: 100 mg a day.
Comments: Promotes the health of the skin and scalp.

Selenium
Dosage: 200 mcg twice a day.
Comments: Don't exceed 600 mcg daily; higher doses may be toxic.

Answer 3

If you want something easy, call a Neuways distributor and order their shampoo. They cannot say that it grows hair, but a guy I know has a full head of hair after 6 months or so of use.

Answer 4

No. The only product that is proven to slow hair loss and promote new growth is Rogaine.